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Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations Trichy District Annual Report 1st April 2018 to 31st March 2019

This report is dedicated at the Lotus Feet of our Lord and Master Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

Foreword from the District President

Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations run on the divine guidelines of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. Its rules emphasizes that members must first practice what they stand for. This is the uniqueness of this Organisation. Only when man becomes better can the world be bettered. Only when the individual becomes good can society be happy. The mind of man has to be reformed.

Sri Sathya Sai Baba has emphasized that proper study of mankind is Man. His principles are based on five concrete pillars i.e Sathya, Dharma, Prema, Shanthi and Ahimsa. He regarded human beings as the supreme creation of God and that the human values are the essence of human being and each one should have opportunity not only to realize this inherent divinity but also the blossoming of human excellence.

Bhagavan’s mission is fulfilled only through His own divine will. He is the one who plans, executes and succeeds at everything. The binding force of all the activities performed is pure Love which is based on the dictum and powerful mantra of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba – “Love All, Serve All”. He is the divine power that expresses itself through each of us. It is His divine energy and guidance that plays out as each of us trying to perform our duty as an offering to Him.

SRI SATHYA SAI SEVA ORGANISATIONS – AN INTRODUCTION

The Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, founded by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba in the year 1965, is a service organisation with a spiritual core and base to benefit all mankind irrespective of religion, caste, creed or sect. The Organisation serves as a platform for its members to undertake service and other activities motivated by an urge for one's own transformation with the aim of realising one's inherent divinity. Without any distinction of religion, nationality, race, socio- economic status, either for those who work in the Organisation or for those who are served by it, the Organisation transcends all barriers leading humanity towards the ideal of 'Fatherhood of God and Brotherhood of Man'. The concept of fees or membership subscription is alien to the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, for there cannot be any fee or subscription for one's journey towards his own self. The organisation functions through its primary units called as Samithis and Bhajan Mandalis of which individuals - from different strata of society, different ethnic groups pursuing different religions and faiths -are members bound by the dictum of “Love all, Serve All” and pursue their own sadhana towards self- transformation following the path of selfless service to humanity. At no point is an individual asked to follow a certain religion or rituals. On the contrary each is inspired to follow his own faith so as to ensure that a Hindi becomes a better Hindu, a Muslim becomes a better Muslim, a Christian becomes a better Christian and so on. In fact, this spiritual basis inspires everyone to pursue his own religion better by putting into practice Love and Selflessness. That is why the Organisation features in its emblem the symbols of the major religions of the world.

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The Organisations named after Me are not to be used for publicizing My Name, or creating a new cult around My worship….They must render Seva (service) to the helpless, the sick, the distressed, the illiterate and the needy. Their seva (selfless service) should not be exhibitionistic; it must seek no reward, not even gratitude or thanks from the recipients. Seva is sadhana (spiritual exercise), not a pastime of the rich and well placed. You must have the firm belief that the aim of this Organisation is to remove the obstacles that keep man away from God, that separate maanavathwa (Humanity) from Maadhavathwa (Divinity).. This Organisation must elevate the human into the Divine.” Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

WINGS OF THE ORGANISATION

Spirituality and Service are supplementary The Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation and complementary to each other. Spirituality is functions under three wings viz. (i) Spiritual, (ii) the motivational force behind service and service Education, and (iii) Service. is the fulfillment of spirituality. Therefore, Each activity in a wing is directed to facilitate spiritual concepts learnt through education must be and help the member in his own spiritual put into practice in form of service to humanity. advancement. Although, the nature of activities Thus, in order to successfully realise the objective undertaken under different wings appear to be of joining the Sai Organisation, one must distinct and dissimilar, but there is an inherent participate in activities of all the three wings. interrelationship amongst all the three wings. The three wings stand for Worship, Wisdom and Work.

Activities under different wings of the Organisation Spiritual Wing Educational Wing Service Wing

• Bhajan • Non-formal education of • Gram Seva • Nagarsankeertan children in the age group of • Slums Service, 5-14 years through values- • Study Circle • Medical Camps and based educational training, • Sadhana Camps Health Care • Bal-Vikas • Study of Sai Literature • Sanitation activities • Educare • Meditation, and • Visit to orphanges, old age • Pareting Programmes • Others homes etc. • Disaster relief • Poor feeding • Free Coaching Classes, and • Others

ADMINISTRATION OF THE ORGANISATION

as one cohesive unit, whether as sevadals Headed by an All President who is providing service at Prashanthi Nilayam, at supported by the National Vice Presidents and medical camps, doing Narayan seva or the bal- State Presidents, the Organisation functions vikas gurus who work with young children to like a well- oiled machine in the District under inspire in them a desire to inculcate the five the stewardship of the District President, human values of Truth, focused on its purpose, clear in its vision and Righteousness, Love, Peace and Non- dedicated in its efforts to live up the Swami’s violence, or the teachers who having undergone message – “Love All, Serve All”. the training in EHV help in guiding the young The Samithis and the Bhajan Mandalis minds towards the higher goals of life or the Sai constitute a genuine spiritual movement where Youth who work tirelessly in the Sri Sathya Sai the members are united by a common bond – Village Integrated Programme and Sri Sathya Sai Love for God and Service to fellow human Vidya Jyoti Programme – each of them are bound beings. The members of the organisation work by one goal – “Service to Man is Service to God”.

THE 9 POINT CODE OF CONDUCT AND 10 PRINCIPLES Every member of the Organisation is expected to undertake Sadhana (spiritual discipline) as an integral part of his/her daily life by abiding by the following Nine Point Code of Conduct which has been bestowed by Baba for one’s spiritual and personal development. In addition, the ten principles that forms the core of guidance for all the members of the Organisation as ordained by Baba himself are also produced hereunder. The nine point code of conduct and the ten principles are fundamental to the spiritual development of the members of the Sai Organisations.

Daily meditation and prayer. Treat as sacred the land in which you were born. Have Devotional singing/prayer with members of patriotism to your nation - but do not criticise other nations or family once a week. put others down. Not even in your thoughts or dreams should Participation in Bal Vikas programme by children you think of bringing grief to your country. of family conducted by the Organisation. Respect all religions equally. Attendance at least once a month at Bhajan or Nagar Recognise humanity as one family – treat everyone Sankeertan programme conducted by the Organisation. as a family member - love all Participation in community service and other Keep your house and surroundings clean for this will programmes of the Organisation. promote hygiene and health. Regular study of Sai literature. Practice charity - but do not encourage beggars by giving money. Provide food, clothing, shelter and help them on other Speak softly and lovingly with everyone with whom one ways (do not encourage laziness) comes into contact Never give a bribe or take bribe - never give in to corruption. Not to indulge in talking ill of others especially in their absence Curb envy and jealously; expand your vision and outlook, Treat all equally regardless of caste or creed. Putting into practice the principle of “Ceiling on Desires” and Be self-reliant. You may be wealthy and have servants to do utilise any savings thereby generated for the service of your bidding, but service to security must be done by the mankind. yourself. Have and cultivate 'Love for God and fear of Sin’ Never go against the laws of the land; follow these diligently both in word and in spirit. Be an exemplary citizen.

SRI SATHYA SAI SEVA ORGANISATION - TRICHY

BRIEF HISTORY

Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation, Trichy was initially started in Tamil Sangam Building, Main Guard Gate in the name of “Sri Sathya Sai Baktha Sabha” in the year 1962. The first president was Sri. Nataraja Iyer and the Secretary was Sri. Govindarajan. Initially a Bhajana Mandali was started at headed by Clarinet Vidwan, Sri. A.K.C Natarajan. The Tiruvanaikoil Bhajana Mandali was headed by Sri. Thatha Pillai and Sri.Thangavelu Pillai. The Bhajana Mandali was headed by Sri. T.P.Kailasam and Parthasarathy. The Golden Rock Bhajana Mandali was headed by Sri. T.V. Bakthavathsalam and Sri Venkataraman. Later on many Bhajana Mandalis were started all around Trichy District which went upto 24 during Swami’s visit to Trichy in the year 1966. During this year, Sri Sathya Sai Baktha Sabha was changed to Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation, Trichy.

Sri. Manikka Vasagam Pillai, the then President of Tamil Sangam, Trichy who himself a Sai devotee, was instrumental in permitting Sai Bhajans to function regularly at Tamil Sangam Premises. Dr. V.K. Ranganathan, the then Chairman of Trichy Corporation, himself a Sai devotee was a great patron for all our organisation activities. In those days around 200 to 300 devotees used to attend regular bhajans.

Dias at Tamil Sangam

Sri. Nataraja Iyer, the then President of SSSSO along with his son Sri. Gopal travelled all round the year conducting daily bhajans and Sathsung at various places in Trichy. They both play Haribol and Ganjira and were the pioneers who were instrumental in bringing many Bhajana Mandali’s and many devotees to Sai fold. Swami visited Trichy during the years 1948, 1964,1965,1966 and 1984. During his visit to Sri Renganatha Chettiar’s house in 1948, Swami was led in procession on elephants back in Big Bazaar Street. Each and every Sai Devotee of Trichy had their own experience to say about Swami, who had done many miracles in their lifetime. During the Year 1992, the Trichy devotees planned to construct a permanent building for SSSSO, Trichy. Sri. Ramalingam, who was running a primary school at Aruna nagar, , came forward to give his school ground free of cost to build Swami’s Building. He has also contributed many Building materials for the construction.

During the year 1993, Swami blessed the Foundation Stone at Brindhavan, Whitefield and the New Building named “SRI SATHYA SAI SPIRITUAL CENTRE” at Aruna Nagar, Srirangam was inaugurated on 22-09-1993 by the then State President, Maj Gen Mahadevan. Separate room for Swami was constructed in the first floor, for Swami to stay during his visit to Trichy. From this day onwards, this centre was projected as the Headquarters of SSSSO, Trichy.

Inaugural invitation of SSSSC

There are 3 Building’s at Trichy and Pudukkotai districts which were constructed and Donated to Sathya Sai Trust, Tamilnadu. At First, Sri Sathya Sai centre, Pudukkotai during the year 1981, Secondly, Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre, Aruna Nagar, Srirangam during the year 1993 and Lastly Sri Sathya Sai centre at K.K.Nagar during the year 1997.

Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre, Aruna Nagar, Srirangam

Sri Sathya Sai centre at K.K.Nagar

Sri Sathya Sai centre, Pudukkotai

Presently there are 13 Samithi’s and 16 Bhajana Mandali’s functioning at Trichy and Pudukkottai Districts.

DIVINE VISIT

1. In 1948:

Swami visited (Late) Ranganatha Chettiar’s house in Big bazaar street, Trichy, an account of which has been published in Sathyam Sivam Sundaram. (Part-1, Page- 68)

2. In 1964 February:

On the occasion of Gruhapravesam of Sri.A.K.C.Natarajan, clarinet vidwan, Swami arrived along with Sri.Kasturi, alighted at Traveller’s Bungalow at Mukkombu Anaicut. Previously, A.K.C had announced that Swami will be coming only at 10.30 p.m so that the crowd will be dispersed a little. But the crowd waited patiently to have a glimpse of Swami even in that late night. A.K.C. received Swami at the bungalow and brought Him by car to his residence.

Swami came to the residence exactly at 10.30 p.m. when Sri Embar Vijayaragavachariar was performing Kadhakalakshepam. Swami was escorted safely inside with difficulty due to the huge unmanageable crowd. It was partially due to the advertisement in Daily Thanthi, a Tamil newspaper, that Baba is coming to Trichy and a civic reception to be held by Tiruchi Municipality. Swami rebuked A.K.C.Natarajan for having invited such a crowd. Thereafter, Swami instructed to conduct Sai bhajans and announce that He will give darshan to the waiting devotees. Accordingly, Swami came out and gave darshan and announced that He will be staying for 3 or 4 days and devotees will be given darshan in the morning & evening. In the mean while, the Chairman of the Tiruchi Municipality with a group of councilors waited to invite Swami for the civic reception to be given to Him. Swami told that this had not been obtained prior approval and He had no objection to receive the same in the pandal itself since, the Municipal hall will not suffice the entire crowd. In the council meeting held afterwards, it was approved and the civic reception was given. On 3rd February, Swami addressed the gathering at the pandal. (Sathya Sai Speaks Vol.III-Pg.150-154).

Photo Taken in 1965 In 1965:

On behalf of Bhajan mandalis functioning at Trichy, delegates under the leadership of Sri.A.K.C. Natarajan went to Prashanthi Nilayam to invite Swami to Trichy. Swami blessed them with an interview and instructed them to start a samithi similar to the one started at Bombay. Swami inaugurated the Samithi in the interview room itself on their prayerful request. Swami elaborated on the objectives of a registered Samithi in promoting spiritual values. Later, they went to Parthi after the samithi was formed and requested Swami to give suitable dates for His Trichy visit. Swami gave them dates tentatively but the visit was postponed due to Hindi agitations. Finally, Swami came along with Sri.Raja Reddy and Maharaja of Sandur. A huge pandal was erected at K.A.P.Viswanathan High School grounds. Ramayana was depicted as paper cuttings and huge cut-outs of Swami were placed. Swami appreciated the arrangements and was very happy with the works of the artist Ramnath and blessed him. Swami was even willing to take the cut-outs to Parthi. On the invitation of Sri S.N.K.Sundaram, Director, Pandyan Bank, Madurai, Swami visited Budalur and inaugurated a Shiva shrine. Swami left Trichy the next day by car.

3. In 1966, December

Swami came along with Sri Kasthuri to inaugurate Prasanthi Vidwan Mahasabha on 16th December, 1966 . Swami gave darshan at specially erected pandal in the K.A.P.Viswanatham High school grounds. Vedhaparayanam by 32 vedic pundits went on both morning & evening. Swami sat along with Vedic pundits and enquired their welfare and instructed to open a Veda patashala for which He promised to provide monetory help. About 1 lakh people were assembled there. Dr.V.K.Renganathan, Vice-Chairman, Trichy Municipality gave the welcome address. The honorable speakers were Sri Arumuganavalar from Ceylon and Sri.K.V.Jagannathan, Editor Kalaimahal Tamil journal. Swami gave His Divine discourse on a special platform which was translated by Prof.C.S.Kamalapathi to Tamil. (Sri Sathya Sai Speaks, Vol .6, page 215 to 218). The professor was a devotee of Shirdi Sai Baba and did not believe Swami and felt that He should prove His Divinity. But Swami Himself gave the Professor’s residential address and beaconed him to translate. Then the professor became an ardent devotee of Bhagawan. A commemorative pamphlet edited by Sri.Kasturi was distributed on that occasion. During this visit, Swami stayed at Sri.A.K.C.Natarajan’s house for 5 days. Swami posed for group photographs with gents and mahila sevadals separately. This was eventful visit of Swami to Tiruchi, when 24 bhajan mandalis were functioning.

Photo taken at A.K.C.Natarajan’s house in 1966

Swami’s visit to Trichy in 1966

4. In 1984 (12th January)

The next visit of Bhagawan was in 1984, when He came along with the State President Maj.Gen. S.P.Mahadevan from Chennai by plane and was received by former State-Coordinator K.Govindarajalu at the specially erected pandal at the Railway parade grounds, , Kallukuzhi, Junction. He also blessed Dr.V.K.Ranganathan at the dais. At that time Swami opened a small exhibition arranged by BHEL samithi headed by Sri.A.G. Chandrasekaran. Sarees were given to blind school inmates. Bhajan was conducted and Swami gave darshan to devotees gathered there. Then, Swami went by car to Madurai.

Swami’s Visit to Trichy on 12.1.1984

Swami’s Visit to Trichy on 12.1.1984

OVERVIEW

Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations is functional in Trichy District with members from various cross sections of society and different faiths. With around 29 Samithis and Bhajan Mandalis, The Organisation serves as a platform for its members to undertake spiritual practices through its various wings such as spiritual, education and service for their own betterment. The thrust is on self-transformation for it is only individual transformation that would ultimately lead to global transformation. The following tables give an overview of the Organisation in Trichy District

STATISTICAL OVERVIEW AS ON MAR 2019 Units Numbers Number of members Samithis 13 501 Bhajan Mandalis 16 303 Total 29 804 No. of Sevadals 142  Gents 48  Ladies 94 No. of Youth 44  Gents 14  Ladies 30 Numbers Number of Beneficiaries

3 350 1 200 4 550 Adopted Schools under Sri Sathya Sai Numbers Number of Students Vidya Jyoti

Schools 3 295

SAI CENTRES

Name of Sai Centre Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre Address Aruna Nagar,Srirangam, Trichy - 620006 Timing 7.30a.m -10.30 a.m 5.00 p.m – 7.30 p.m 1. Contact Person Dr. G.C. Vijay Sai Prabu Contact Number 9842454414 District Head Quarters Trichy District Activities Bhajan, Bhajan Training, Narayana Seva, Yagna, Sadhana Camp, Bal Vikas events, Service activities

Name of Sai Centre Sri Sathya Sai Centre, K.K.Nagar Address No.1, Palani Nagar, K.K. Nagar, Trichy - 620021 Timing 5.30p.m-7.00p.m Contact Person K. Siva kumar 2. Contact Number 6382106217 Samithy K.K. Nagar Samithy Activities Bhajan, Gayathri Yagnam, Veda Training, Medical Camp, Balvikas activities, Service Activities

Name of Sai Centre Sri Sathya Sai Centre, Pudukkottai Address 647, North 3rd Street, Pudukkottai - 1 Timing 9.00 a.m – 10.30 a.m, 5.30p.m -7.30p.m Contact Person S. Sankar 3. Contact Number 8973605317 Samithy Pudukkottai Main Samithy Activities Bhajan, Sahasranama Parayanam, Veda Training, Medical Camp,Balvikas activities, Service Activities

ACTIVITIES The members of the Organisation are involved in various Samithis for the transformation of the members and for the activities on regular basis which primarily includes Spiritual benefit of the society include visits to leprosy, correctional and Study Circles, Community Bhajan, Nagrsankirtan through the old age homes, medical camps in villages, Narayan-seva, free spiritual wing; Bal-Vikas and Parenting programmes through coaching classes, vocational training for employability the Education Wing and various service activities through the enhancement of the villagers, sanitation at public functions, service wing. Importance is given to regular service activities fairs, and public urinal cleaning. as only through constant involvement in good work can self- The following table broadly categories the different transformation be achieved. Service activities which are activities that are undertaken in all the 19 districts of the State. regularly undertaken at

Overview of activities undertaken across all the Districts

Educare Medicare Sociocare  Study Circles for Adults and  Community Bhajan Youth Centers  Nagar Sankirtan

 Conference/Retreats Spiritual Sadhana Camps

 Bal Vikas Classes based on  Parents’ Awareness

human values programs on Parenting

 BalVikas and Guru training - 1  Parenting Workshops Educational

 Free Coaching and   Medical Centers  National Narayan Seva  Tuition Centers  Medical Camps in Programme     Computer Training villages Visit to Leprosy  Villages, Correctional  Spoken English  Eye Camps Homes, Orphanages,  Blood Grouping Camps  Adult Education Hospital, Disabled/ Old  Literacy Programs  Blood Donation Camps Age Homes Service  Dental Treatment Camps  Narayan Seva  Service Camps  Veterinary Camps  Vocational Training Centers  Employability enhancement programmes for village youth  Sanitation at different government run hospitals, fairs, and public places including public urinals  Disaster Management Awareness programmes in Schools/Colleges and other institutions

A summary account of regular activities that are undertaken on monthly/weekly basis across the Districts is given in the following table.

Total Number Activities Total Number of Participants Devotional Singing 11 550

No. of. Community Bhajan Centers No. 48 6720 of. Bhajans Held 788 218 Seven Household Bhajan No.

Of Cluster No. of Houses

Spiritual 59 1770 No. of Bhajans Held

Nagar Sankirtan Study 75 991 Circles

Conference/Retreats Sadhana Camps

Total Number Activities Total Number Of Students

Bal Vikas Centers 49 1127

Urban 34 246 Rural 3 220 Educational School 12 661

OFFICE BEARERS

Name of the Office Bearer Designation Ten ure Dr. G.C. Vijaya Sai Prabu District President From 2012 District Mahila Coordinator G. Tamilarasi From 2017 (service) District Gents Coordinator T. Sivanthiraj From 2018 (service) District Mahila Coordinator Dr. N. Vijayalakshmi From 2018 (Spiritual) District Gents Coordinator B V Ramesh From 2015 (Spiritual) District Mahila Coordinator Dr. Janaky Venkateswaran From 2016 (Education)

C Geetha Latha District Mahila Coordinator (IT) From 2017

C Shri Anandha Sai District Gents Coordinator(IT) From 2017 District Mahila Youth K Vinitha From 2016 Coordinator

V Sabarish District Gents Youth Coordinator From 2015

P Jayalakshmi District Veda Coordinator From 2017 District Mahila Coordinator V Padmavathy From 2017 (Bhajans) District Gents Coordinator Jayaram Venguswamy From 2017 (Bhajans)

R Srinivasan District SSVIP Coordinator From 2018 District Books, Publication, S Krishnamurthy From 2015 Sanathana Sarathy Coordinator

T.S. Venkateswaran District Digital Coordinator From 2018

Subbulakshmi Ramachandran District Vidhya Jothi Coordinator From 2018

R S Baskar District SRP Coordinator From 2015

SPECIFIC SERVICE PROJECTS OR INITIATIVES

RURAL VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE

Medical Centres

1. SAI WEEKLY FREE MEDICAL CAMP AT ICHIKAMALAPATTI VILLAGE, TRICHY BY KK NAGAR SAMITHY EVERY 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAY Sai Weekly Free Medical Camp is being conducted at Ichikamalapatti Village, Trichy by KKNagar Samithy every alternate Sunday. Around 40 Villagers are being benefitted by this camp every visit. Dr. A. Meenakshi and Dr. Kundvai Priya attends the Villagers. Medicines were also being given to the patients.

Free Medical Camp At Ichikamalapatti Village a. SAI WEEKLY FREE MEDICAL CAMP AT VADUGAPATTI VILLAGE, TRICHY BY KK NAGAR SAMITHY EVERY 2ND AND 4TH SUNDAY Sai Weekly Free Medical Camp was conducted at Vadugapatti Village, Trichy by KKNagar Samithy every alternate Sunday. Around 35 Villagers are being benefitted by this camp every visit. Dr. A. Meenakshi and Dr. Kundvai Priya attends the Villagers. Medicines were also being given to the patients

Free medical camp at Vadugapatti village

2. MEDICAL CENTRE AT KUHIPIRAI, PUDUKKOTTAI Pudukkottai main samithy conducts medical camp every 2nd Sunday of every month for many years. Here 200 patients are treated regularly. This camp is conducted under the leadership of Dr. Thangavelu

3. MEDICAL CENTRE AT OPPANAPATTI, PUDUKKOTTAI Pudukkottai main samithy conducts medical camp every 2nd Sunday of every month for many years. Here 100 patients are treated regularly. This camp is conducted under the leadership of Dr. Thangavelu.

. DISASTER MANAGEMENT

1. DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM AT SSSSC, TRICHY ON 08.07.2018 Disaster Management Training Program for Group 3 Balavikas at Trichy was conducted on (8-7-18) at SSSSC. The DM Trainers Sairam Venkatesh from Tiruppur & Sairam Ramesh from Coimbatore gave excellent Training. Around 36 students attended this program. Earlier the SEC, Dr.Ramadevi inaugurated & lightened the lamp.

2. DISASTER AWARENESS PROGRAM CONDUCTED AT SARANATHAN ENGINEERING COLLEGE, PUDUKKOTTAI ON 22.02.2019. Disaster Awareness Program was conducted at Saranathan Engineering college, Pudukkottai on 22.02.2019. Around 37 Students, 29 Boys & 8 Girls participated.3 training Faculties from SSSSO, conducted the show.

3. DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAINING PROGRAM FOR THE RAILWAY PROTECTION FORCE (RPF) AT TRICHY ON 03.03.2019 Disaster Management Training Program was conducted for the Railway Protection Force (RPF) at Trichy on 03.03.2019. Around 270 persons attend the program.

SRI SATHYA SAI VIDYA JYOTHI SCHOOLS

SUMMER CAMP ON INDIAN CULTURE AND SPIRITUALITY AT RAJA SCHOOL, PITCHANDAR KOIL, TRICHY ON 25.4.2018

By Bhagawan’s grace, Summer Camp on Indian Culture and Spirituality was conducted at Raja School, Pitchandar Koil, Trichy on 25.04.18 from 10.00am to 3.30p.m. Human Values, Stories from Ramayana, Stories from Mahabharata, Health and Hygine, craft and colouring were taught to the students. Lunch was also provided to the students. Certificates were distributed to the participants. The Head Master of the School and the students gave a good feedback during the Valedictory function. The programme concluded with Mangala Aarathi to Bhagawan.

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2. TEACHERS DAY CELEBRATIONS AND PRIZE DISTRIBUTION FUNCTION AT SSSVJ SCHOOL, BIKSHANDAR KOIL ON 05.09.2018 On eve of Teachers Day, Special Bhajan was conducted at SSSVJ Raja Higher Secondary School, Bikshandar Koil on 05.09.2018. Teachers day Special Speech was also delivered. Prizes were distributed to the students who participated in National Level Essay Competition. The Program concluded with Mangala Harathi and Narayana Seva.

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3. INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY SKILLS COMPETITION CONDUCTED AT RAJA HIGH SCHOOL, BIKSHANDAR KOIL ON 02.11.2018 Individual capacity skills competition was conducted to the Balvikas Children at Raja High School, Bikshandar Koil on 02.11.2018. The students participated with great enthusiasm.

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4. BE HAPPY” HANDWORK AND CRAFT WORK BY SSSVJP RAJA AIDED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ON 18.11.2018 The hand work on the concept “BE HAPPY” was performed by the SSSVJP Raja Aided High School Students, Bikshandar Kol, Trichy District on 18.11.2018. The hand work was done with waste C.D’s. Beads making were also taught to the girls students.

5. NATIONAL ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION FOR SSSVJP SCHOOL'S ON 29-1-19 NATIONAL ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION for SSSVJP School's was Conducted at RAJA Aided Primary School and High School, Bikshandar Koil on 29.01.2019. Many Students participated with great enthusiasm.

6. MORNING BREAKFAST, NARAYANA SEVA IN SSSVJ ADOPTED SCHOOL ON FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH

By Bhagawan’s grace, Morning Breakfast, Narayana Seva was provided in the SSSVJ Adopted Shanmuga School, Srirangam on first Thursday of every month at 8.30a.m. Idly with sambar and chutney is being served.

7. SCHOOL UNIFORM'S DISTRIBUTED TO SSSVJP SCHOOL CHILDREN ON 27.7.18 On the eve of Gurupoornima, School uniforms were Distributed to the 1st standard class students of SSSVJP adopted ,Raja primary school, Pitchandar Koil, Trichy.

RENOVATION WORKS DONE IN SSSVJP SCHOOLS, TRICHY ON 04.10.2018 a) Rest Room Partition for Girls constructed at Raja High School The 100 year old Adopted SSSVJP Raja High school had a Rest room with a very low height partition seperating the Boys & the girls toilet which created great uneasiness for the Girls. On the request of the Head master, our Sevadal team erected a good partition, thus helping the Girl Children. b) Construction of New Kitchen and Sealing of Cracks at Raja Primary School The school authorities requested our organization to construct a kitchen for cooking meals for their school children. As the building was very old, there were lots of cracks in floor and wall. We constructed new kitchen and also did patchworks for the cracks.

DISTRIBUTION OF SWEETS AND SAVOURIES AT RAJA AIDED ELEMENTARY AND NURSERY SCHOOL, ON 26.11.2018 On eve of Bhagawan Baba’s 93 Janma Nakshatra Birthday Celebrations, Sweets and Savouries were distributed at Raja Aided elementary and nursery School at Bikshandarkoil on 26.11.2018

GLIMPSES OF ACTIVITIES

1. RAMAYANA SAPTHAHAM MAHOTSAVAM AT SRI SATHYA SAI SPIRITUAL CENTRE, ARUNA NAGAR, SRIRANGAM FROM 24TH MARCH TO 1ST APRIL 2018. With the Divine Blessings of Bhagawan Baba, Ramayana Sapthaham Mahotsavam was conducted from 24th March to 1st April at Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre, Aruna Nagar, Srirangam. Alumni of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning gave speech on various topics on Ramayana. Dr. Prasanna Sai Group on the topic “Sri Sai Rama Kadha” shared various experiences with our Bhagawan and Ramayana in detail. On the final day Karur Veda Sai Murali’s “Sri Seetha Rama Kalyana Bhajanothsavam” was performed. Nearly 40 Balvikas Children attended and enjoyed the program daily along with huge Sai Devotees.

Swami’s old college students performing all the Programmes

2. KUTHUVILAKKU POOJA AT SSSSC, TRICHY ON 19.07.18 With the Divine blessings of our beloved Bhagawan Kuthuvilakku Pooja was performed at Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre, Trichy on 19.07.2018 (Friday) on eve of Adi Velli. Mahilas and parents of Balvikas students participated.

Kuthu vilakku pooja performed by Trichy Mahila’s at SSSSC

3. RAMAYANA FROM RAMAKATHA RASA VAHINI SPEECH AT NARIKURAVA SCHOOL, PERAMBALUR FROM 21.07.2018 TO 25.07.2018 Ramayana from Ramakatha Rasa Vahini Speech was rendered by Tiruppur Srinivasan, at Narikurava School, Perambalur from 21.07.2018 To 25.07.2018. Different topics such as Raghukula Vamsam, Seetha Kalyanam, Oadhuka Pattabishekam, Kaanaga Pravesam, Sundara Kandam, Yutha Kandam and Sri Ramar Pattabishekam was covered. The students in large numbers attended with intense devotion. Narayana Seva was also provided to the students.

Students attending Ramayana Speech

Narayana Seva to Students Ramayana from Ramakatha Rasa Vahini Speech rendered by Tiruppur Srinivasan

4. GHO PUJA ON EVE OF KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATIONS AT TRICHY ON 02.09.2018 Under the auspicious occasion of KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI on 2-9-2018 GHO PUJA was arranged at the TIRUCHY PINJARAPOL GHOSALA, SANGILIYANDAPURAM. Haldi and Kumkum to sacred cows and offered Vastrams and garlands, while singing Bhajans. The cows of above ghosala including Milking cows, Dry cows and calves were fed with lots of eatables. Gho pooja included pooja & aarthi to cows with their calves.

Gho Pooja Performed at Trichy Pinjarapole Ghosala

5. SUMANGALI POOJA AT AT SAI MANDHIR, ARUNA NAGAR ON 14.10.2018 As part of Navarathri Celebrations, Sumangali Pooja was Performed at SSSSC, Trichy on 14.10.18. Sarees and Auspicious items were given to the Mahilas. A speech on “Healthy Way of Living” by Dr. Sugumar was given. This was followed by the t opic “Sai Parenting” by Sri.Ravi. Sai Protein was also distributed. The programme concluded with Mangala Aarathi to Swami.

Sumangali Pooja At SSSSC,Srirangam

6. DASARA CELEBRATIONS AT SSSSC, TRICHY FROM 10.10.2018 TO 21.10.2018 With the Loving Divine Blessings of our BHAGAWAN SRI SATHYA SAI BABA, the following Programs was Celebrated in Grand Manner on the occasion of Dasara Days.10.10.2018 to 21.10.2018 at Sri Sathya Sai Mandir, Srirangam, Trichy. Banners were displayed in and around Srirangam. Musical programs by famous artist was performed each day.

Program Agenda Ganamrutha Vaibhavam at SSSSC, Trichy

Dance by Sri Purandhara Dance School

7. KUTHU VILLAKU PUJA AT SAI MANDHIR, ARUNA NAGAR ON 12.10.2018 As part of Navarathri Celebrations, Kuthu Villaku Pooja was performed at Sai Mandhir, Aruna nagar on 12.10.2018. Large number of Mahilas participated in the pooja.

Kuthu vilakku pooja performed by Trichy Mahila’s at SSSSC 8.EKADASA RUDHRA HOMAM PERFORMED at SSSSC, TRICHY on 21.10.2018 As part of Navarathri Celebrations, Sri Chandi Aavarana Homam was performed at SSSSC, Trichy on 21.10.2018. Balvikas Students knowing veda participated in the Programme. After that Ekadasa Rudra Homam was also perfomed.

9.KANYA POOJA AT DURGASHTAMI DAY AT BIKSHANDAR KOIL BHAJANA MANDALI,TRICHY ON 21.10.18 Kanya Pooja was performed during Durgashtami Day by the Bikshandar Koil Bhajana Mandali, Trichy. Around 9 Girl children & 27 ladies Participated. Auspicious items were provided to the Kanyas and pooja was performed to them.

8. RUDRAM AND LALITHA SAHASRA NAMAM CHANTED AT TRICHY DURING TIRUVANAI KOIL KUMBABISHEKAM ON 12.12.2018 His Holiness Bala Periyava Sankarachariar led a procession on eve of Kumbabisekam of Thiruvanai Koil Temple, Trichy on 12.12.2018. Our devotees and Balvikas children chanted Rudram and Lalitha Sahasranamam and participated in the procession. The Vibrant chanters drew the attention of he public. They walked 7 Km chanting Veda.

9. AKANDA SAI GAYATHRI JAPAM AT SSSSC, TRICHY ON 29.12.2018 Gayathri Japam was chanted from 6.00am to 6.00pm on 29.12.2018 at Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre, Aruna Nagar, Srirangam on 29.12.2018. Large number of Balvikas students and devotees participated in the program.

10.SIVARATHRI CELEBRATIONS AT SRI SATHYA SAI SPIRITUAL CENTRE ON 20.02.2019

Special Bhajan 108 Conch abisekam performed Vilvarchanai

11 SUMMER CAMP ON INDIAN CULTURE AND SPIRITUALITY AT RMS SCHOOL SRIRANGAM FROM 16.04.2018 TO 20.04.2018

By Bhagawan’s grace, Summer Camp on Indian Culture and Spirituality was conducted at RMS School, Srirangam, Trichy from 16.04.2018 to 20.04.2018. Human Values, Stories from Ramayana, Stories from Mahabharata, Health and Hygine, craft and colouring were taught to the students. Sloka Classes and Veda was Handled by Mr and Mrs. Kanaka Sampath, Mrs. Padma, and Dr. Jaya Lakshmi. Stories from Ramayana was taught by Dr. Jaya Lakshmi. Classes on Human Values was taken by Mrs. Shyamale and Mrs. Kanaka Sampath. Craft and Colouring classes was handled by Mrs. Choodamani, Mrs. Jayashree, Mrs. Padma and Mrs. Neeraja. Health hygine was briefed by team of Doctors. Refreshments at break time was also provided to the students. Certificates were distributed to the participants. The students gave a good feedback during the Valedictory function. The programme concluded with Mangala Aarathi to Bhagawan

Summer camp on Indian Culture & Spirituality

12. PARENTING PROGRAM CONDUCTED AT TRICHY ON 20.06.2018. On 20th of June, Sai parenting program by Prof.Meikandan & an Awareness program on plastic by our State SSVJP Coordinator Dr.Prasanna.was conducted at RMS (Balavikas adopted school) at Srirangam. A large number of parents participated. The Program ended with Narayana seva & Mangala Arathi.

Parenting Programme to the Parents of the Balavikas children in RMS School,Srirangam

13. VILLAGE BALAVIKAS SPORTS MEET HELD at NARIKURAVA SCHOOL ON 26.01.2019 The Republic Day was a special day for the Narikurava children of Malayappa Nagar as they celebrate ed the Day with singing Ganesha prayer and saluted the National Flag as it was hoisted by District President. This was followed by speeches by some of the students when they shared their experiences and showed their expertise in dancing. Then followed the Value games when the children showcased their talents. There was enthusiastic participation in passing the ball game when the young students enthralled the audience with their recitation of Slokas. The outdoor games followed with Running race and Lemon and spoon race and the spirit of children reached new heights. The Tug of war event took the excitement to new heights and the and due to constrains of time we had to close the events although the children wanted to continue the games. The bubbling energy and happiness of children was witnessed by one and all during the prize distribution ceremony. The days' events concluded with singing the National Anthem in Unison followed by Arthi to our Beloved Bhagawan. The children partook in the Narayana seva after an hectic and enjoyable celebrations.

Rural Balavikas Sports at the Narikurava School,Malayappa nagar

14. VALUE ORIENTED SPORTS/GAMES AT RAILWAY SCHOOL, KALLUKUZHI ON 17.02.2019 On behalf of BSSSSO Kallukuzhi Samithy, Trichy Junction, Value oriented Sports/Games was arranged at Railway School, Kallukuzhi, Railway Clolony for Balvikas Group I, II and III Boys and Girls. Totally 14 BV students took part. 7 Boys and 7 girls participated.

Value oriented Sports/Games for Balvikas children by Kallukuzhi Samithy

15. GUNASEELAM SRI PRASANNA VENKATACHALAPATHI PERUMAL TEMPLE- BRAHMOTHSAVAM 13TH TO 23RD SEP 2018. As per the written request sent to our organisation at Trichy by the Executive Trustee of the Gunaseelam Sri Prasanna Venkatachalapathi Perumal Temple, our 15 seva Volunteers took part during the Brahmothsavam celebration period of 13th to 23rd September 2018. Their seva duty was to hold the Temple Banner, Chruttees with emblem of Namam, Changu & Chakram and also Umbrellas in fore front of Perumal procession covering the streets surrounding the Temple. Different volunteers did the seva as per requirement on different days of the Brahmothsavam. The temple authorities give preference only to SSSSO. This Seva is being done for many years.

16. NEW DRESSES AND SWEETS DISTRIBUTED TO CHILDREN OF NARIKURAVA SCHOOL ON 27.10.2018 By Swami’s grace, New ReadyMade Dresses and sweets were distributed to 137 Narikurava School children on 27.10.2018. The happiness shown by the children were beyond words.

New Dresses and sweets distributed to Narikurava School children

17. NEW DRESSES AND SWEETS DISTRIBUTED AT THONDAMAN PATTI VILLAGE ON 27.10.2018 By Swami’s grace, around 100 sarees were distributed to women and sweets and savories were distributed to 90 children at Thondaman Patti, the adopted Village of BHEL Samithy on 27.10.2018.

Sarees distributed to women and sweets and savories distributed to children at Thondaman Patti

18. RELIEF MATERIALS SUPPLIED TO GAJA STROM AFFECTED SOORAN VIDUTHI VILLAGE, PUDUKKOTAI ON 26.11.2018 Sooran Viduthi Village was the first adopted village in SSSSO, Trichy to be converted to Samithi, few years back. Due to Gaja Strom, relief materials were supplied to the badly affected village in 2 sessions. In the first session: Candles, Biscuits, bun, cake, mosquito coils, sanitary napkins and torchlight was provided. In the second session: Rice, Thurdal, Refined oil, salt, pepper, jeera, mustard, chilly powder, coriander, sugar, tea, tamarind, turmeric powder, chenna, mat and woolen bedsheet were distributed to this village and 2 other villages nearby in the form of Amrutha Kalasam numbering 22 relief materials totally. The Villagers wept out of joy and praised our organisation and Swamy wholeheartedly .

Relief Materials Supplied To the Gaja Strom affected Suran Viduthi Village

19. RELIEF MATERIALS SUPPLIED TO GAJA STROM AFFECTED ON 04.12.2018 Due to Gaja Strom, relief materials were supplied to 80 families of the badly affected 2 Narikurava village 1. Pudukkottai, Keeranur, Annamalai Narikurava Colony and 2. Tanjore, Gandharva Kottai, Narikurava Colony The beneficiaries were highly thankful to the Sai organisation.

20. SAI WEEKLY FREE MEDICAL CAMP AT MALAYAPPANAGAR BY KK NAGAR SAMITHY ON 02.12.2018 Sai Weekly Free Medical Camp was conducted at Malayappanagar Village By KKNagar Samithy on 02.12.2018. 131 Villagers were benefitted by this camp. Dr. A. Meenakshi and Dr. Kundavai Priya attended the Villagers. Medicines were also given to the patients.

Free Medical Camp conducted at Malayappanagar Village by KKNagar Samithy

21. VAIKUNDA EKADASI WATER SERVICE AT SRIRANGAM TEMPLE ON 18.12.2018 On eve of Vaikunda Ekadesi, Water service was done by Srirangam samithy in and around Srirangam Temple on 18.12.2018. Around 3500 Litres of water distributed to around 1500 devotees.

22.RELIEF MATERIALS SUPPLIED TO GAJA STROM HIT NARIKURAVA COLONIES STILL UNRECOVERED ON 22.12.2018

Amirdha Kalasam containing Rice and Groceries, lungi, Saree and Bedsheet were distributed to Gaja Strom hit Narikurava colonies at Keeramangalam, Aranthangi and Gandharvakottai in Pudukkottai District on 22.12.2018.

23.100008 VADAMALAI PREPARATION SEVA AT KALLUKUZHI ANJANEYAR TEMPLE, TRICHY ON 05.01.2019

On the eve of Hanuman Jayanthi 100008 Vadamalai was prepared at Kallukuzhi Anjaneyar Temple, Trichy on 05.01.2019. Around 60 sevadals (Gents and Mahilas) from all over Samithis of Trichy District participated in this seva during Hanuman Jayanthi. This service is being done every year.

24. UZHAVARA THIRUPANI AT SRI AMRAVANESWARAR TEMPLE, MANDURAI, TRICHY ON 2-2-19 Uzhavara Thirupani was conducted at very old heritage Sri Amravaneswarar Temple, Mandurai, Trichy on 2-2-19(Saturday). Large number of Sevadals and Balvikas students took active part in cleaning the temple and brass vessals.

25. UZHAVARA THIRUPANI AT 1500 YEARS OLD TIRUVENGAI VAASAL TEMPLE, PUDUKKOTTAI ON 2-3-19 UZHAVARA THIRUPANI was conducted at 1500 Years VYAKRAPUREESWARAR temple, Tiruvengai vaasal, Pudukkotai on 2-3-19 21 Mahila Sevadals and 14 Balvikas Children from Bikshandar Koil Samithy and Periyar Nagar Samithy participated. 10 Presvadals from Prashanthi Home and Periyar Nagar Samithy also participated.

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26. THANNEER PANDHAL SEVA AT TIRUVAPPUR MUTHUMAARI AMMAN TEMPLE, PUDUKKOTAI ON 10-3-19 Thanneer pandhal seva was organised by Rajagopala Puram Samithi, Pudukkotai, for the 6th Successive year on 10-3-19 around 9a.m onwards. Milk, paanagam, curd rice, Sweet rice, sundal were provided. Narayana seva was done to more than 1000 Devotees.

27. WATER SERVICE AT SRIRANGAM TEMPLE EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Water service is being done by Srirangam samithy in and around Srirangam Temple every Saturday and Sunday. Around 2500 Litres of water is being distributed to 1000 devotees each day. During Purataasi month 3500 Litres of water is being distributed to 1500 devotees each day. Around 10-15 Sevadals have undertaken this duty for the past 7 years.